Free dictionaries in Canton

Tim Welpe from the Potsdam Elks Club recently presented the third graders in Tom Alzo’s multiage class at St. Mary’s School in Canton with dictionaries. Above are Tate Cruikshank, Alex Stone, Gavin Schryver, Alzo, Mateo Breen and Tim Welpe.

A local developer wants to build a 227-unit trailer park off of the north and south sides of East Hatfield Street near Riverdale Apartments in Massena. Michael Wachs, who owns Harte Haven Plaza, has plans under review by the St. Lawrence County planning board and Massena Village Zoning Board.

Canadian-American joint commission clears way to return St. Lawrence River's water flow, levels closer to natural state

Stuffed animal donation in Potsdam

Canton-Potsdam Hospital recently received over 25 stuffed animals from two Norwood brothers. Lochlan Sweeney, left, and Earl Sweeney decided to donate the toys when Earl was cleaning out his room. He felt that young patients in the hospital might benefit from toys that he still liked, but did not need anymore, CPH said in a press release.

Madrid dairy farmer chosen as new NY Farm Bureau president

Potsdam firefighters mourn death of honor roll member Albert Jarrett

Tough going in Star Lake

While the northern part of St. Lawrence County has so far been spared the lake-effect snow streaming across the southern part of the county, Star Lake is not getting off easy. 'No snow in Potsdam or surrounding areas but visibility is terrible in Star Lake this morning,' said Colleen Ayers, who took this shot. 'Thankfully the plow had been through,' she said.

Surprise! North Country hospitals forced to repay millions in excess Medicare charges

Boys and Girls Club of Massena hosting raffle

The Boys and Girls Club of Massena is selling raffle tickets that will award more than $2,000 in cash prizes. First prize is $1,000, second prize is $750, third is $500 and fourth is $250. Tickets are $5 each and available at Frenchie’s Chevrolet or from any Boys and Girls Club board member. Santa is pictured above buying raffle tickets from club board member Monica Carr.